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A fresh West Coast take on a brunch classic. Perfectly poached eggs sit on toasted English muffins with creamy avocado and juicy tomato slices, all smothered in a rich, tangy hollandaise sauce.
Prepare the Blender Hollandaise Sauce
Toast Muffins and Prep Toppings
Poach the Eggs to Perfection
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A fresh West Coast take on a brunch classic. Perfectly poached eggs sit on toasted English muffins with creamy avocado and juicy tomato slices, all smothered in a rich, tangy hollandaise sauce.
This california recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 598.38 calories per serving with 20.42g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Assemble and Serve
Add a layer of crispy bacon, Canadian bacon, or smoked salmon on top of the tomato for a more traditional and hearty version.
Add a thin slice of fresh jalapeño on top of the tomato and mix a pinch of chipotle powder into the hollandaise for a smoky kick.
Replace the tomato slice with a layer of sautéed spinach (squeeze out all excess water) for a California-Florentine hybrid.
Avocado provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help lower bad cholesterol levels. Egg yolks are also a source of healthy fats and choline, important for brain function.
With at least two eggs per serving, this dish is packed with high-quality protein, essential for muscle building, repair, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
This dish delivers a range of micronutrients. Eggs provide Vitamin D and B12, avocados offer potassium and Vitamin K, and tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene.
A typical serving (2 pieces) of California Eggs Benedict contains approximately 800-850 calories. The exact number can vary based on the size of the eggs, avocado, and the amount of butter used in the hollandaise sauce.
While delicious, it's a rich and calorie-dense dish best enjoyed in moderation. However, it does offer health benefits, including healthy monounsaturated fats from avocado, high-quality protein from eggs, and vitamins like B12, D, and K.
Hollandaise is best served immediately. However, you can make it up to an hour ahead and keep it warm by placing the blender pitcher or bowl over a pot of warm (not simmering) water. Whisk occasionally. Do not try to microwave it, as it will likely break.
This is called 'breaking.' To fix it, place a teaspoon of very hot water or fresh lemon juice in a clean bowl. Then, whisk in the broken sauce, one drop at a time, until it becomes smooth and emulsified again. A blender on low speed can also help bring it back together.
For a great alternative, you can use toasted sourdough bread, a toasted bagel half, a crispy potato rosti, or even a grilled portobello mushroom cap for a lower-carb option.